This is the biggest mistake we're all making in our homes

How many can you relate to?

It's easy to feel like you've got everything under control when it comes to a bit of DIY.

You can buy the materials, watch YouTube tutorials and even get a hand from a family member or friend, but it still doesn't mean you'll avoid problems without a professional.

In fact, there's some DIY mistakes that come up time and time again.

Here's some of the worst you can make if you do it yourself.

Underestimating Costs

This has to be the biggest mistake we all make when we attempt a DIY venture.

We can often assume that opting to take on the work ourselves is cheaper than hiring a professional, but add in the costs of the equipment, materials and, not to mention, if you make a mistake or cause any damage, it can often be cheaper to just get the help in the first place.

In fact, a survey carried out to highlight LocalHeroes.ie, an innovation by Bord Gáis Energy, showed 3 in 10 of Dubliners admit to suffering a DIY disaster, and over three quarters admit to having spent at least €250 to fix a disaster.